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Roofing Masterclass in-company

Roofing is the build stage that leads to the highest number of defects and the highest number of warranty claims in new homes.

A guide to modern methods of construction

The NHBC Foundation’s launch project focuses on the use of modern methods of construction (MMC) and detailed issues relating to modular and panelised construction, alongside other methods of off-site manufacture.

House building: a century of innovation

A look at building the modern home, charting the progress made over the last century.

The advantages of new homes

Through illustrations and photographs, this guide illustrates the main benefits of new homes.

25 Facts: Scotland’s homes, housing and house building today

Recognising the gravity of the housing supply situation in Scotland, the Scottish Parliament took the important step of declaring a national housing emergency in May 2024. One year on, this report looks behind the issue, presenting in-depth research.

Low carbon cooking appliances

This publication examines the part that low carbon cooking appliances can play in reducing CO2.

The gender and age profile of the house-building sector

Identifying challenges to improving diversity, highlighting initiatives underway and giving recommendations.

A guide to small brownfield sites and land contamination

This guide prepared by CIRIA (supported by the NHBC Foundation) gives advice for house builders on navigating the particular barriers and issues that characterise small brownfield sites.

Cambridgeshire’s first “real-life” Bricklaying apprenticeship training hub opens to combat the skills gap and housing shortage

NHBC appoints new Chief Financial Officer

NHBC, the UK’s leading new home warranty and insurance provider, is pleased to announce the appointment of Sarah Maillet as Chief Financial Officer.